Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole: Lazy Morning Breakfast Perfection
Overnight French Toast Casserole: Wake Up to Breakfast Bliss
Wake up to a warm, gooey overnight french toast casserole that practically bakes itself while you sleep. This make-ahead breakfast bake is a crowd-pleaser, blending soft custardy layers of brioche with a caramelized cinnamon-sugar topping.
Why You’ll Love This Overnight French Toast Casserole
- Effortless preparation: Assemble before bed and let your fridge do the rest.
- Perfect for crowds: Scales easily for brunch parties or family gatherings.
- Comfort food classic: Custardy, sweet, and spiced to perfection.
- Versatile add-ins: Stir in berries, nuts, or chocolate chips for twists.
Ingredients for Overnight French Toast Casserole
- 2 sticks butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 12 cups cubed brioche or challah (about 1 loaf)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Grease an 11×15-inch baking dish. Pour the melted butter over the bottom.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the butter layer.
- Arrange cubed brioche in a single layer atop the sugar mixture, pressing lightly.
- Pour the egg-milk mixture over the bread, ensuring each cube is coated. Gently press down so bread soaks up custard.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove cover.
- Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh fruit, a dusting of powdered sugar, or extra maple syrup.
Tips for the Best Baked French Toast
- Use slightly stale bread for better custard absorption.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped pecans on top before baking.
- Swap half the milk for heavy cream for a richer texture.
- Cover tightly to prevent the fridge aroma from seeping in overnight.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories: 1077 kcal | Carbs: 144 g | Protein: 23 g | Fat: 47 g | Saturated Fat: 27 g | Cholesterol: 367 mg | Sodium: 1015 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 93 g
Make-Ahead Breakfast Wins
Enjoy every custardy bite of this overnight french toast casserole—and savor your easiest morning yet!
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Overnight French Toast Casserole
Instead of flipping French toast two pieces at a time, try this overnight French toast casserole--prepare it at night and just wake up and pop it in the oven in the morning.
Ingredients
Method
- Grease an 11×15-inch baking dish. Pour the melted butter over the bottom.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the butter layer.
- Arrange cubed brioche in a single layer atop the sugar mixture, pressing lightly.
- Pour the egg-milk mixture over the bread, ensuring each cube is coated. Gently press down so bread soaks up custard.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours).
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove cover.
- Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh fruit, a dusting of powdered sugar, or extra maple syrup.
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Recipe adapted from AllRecipes.
